Description
TP-Link 18-Port Gigabit Easy Smart Switch with 16-Port PoE+ – TL-SG1218MPE
Smart, Scalable, and Powerful PoE+ Network Switch for CCTV, Office, and Wireless Deployments
Expand Your Network Seamlessly with High-Power PoE+ and Intelligent Management
The TP-Link TL-SG1218MPE is a reliable and scalable 18-port Gigabit switch designed to power and connect devices such as IP cameras, wireless access points, VoIP phones, and other PoE-enabled equipment. With 16 PoE+ ports, 2 dedicated uplink ports, and a total power budget of 192W, it offers an ideal solution for growing businesses, surveillance setups, and office networks.
This Easy Smart Switch goes beyond unmanaged performance by offering simple web-based management, VLAN support, QoS controls, and network monitoring tools—making it perfect for users who need more control without full Layer 2 complexity.
🧩 Key Features
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18 Gigabit ports: 16 PoE+ ports + 2 non-PoE uplink ports
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IEEE 802.3af/at compliant – up to 30W per PoE port
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192W total PoE power budget for all 16 ports
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Web-based smart management interface
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Supports VLAN, QoS, IGMP Snooping, and Port Mirroring
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PoE Auto Recovery – auto-reboot unresponsive devices
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Fanless metal design for silent operation
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Desktop or rackmount installation options
⚡ Full PoE+ Power on All 16 Ports
With up to 30W per port and a total PoE power budget of 192W, this switch can power:
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Surveillance IP cameras (fixed or PTZ)
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Indoor and outdoor Wi-Fi access points
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VoIP conference phones
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Smart intercoms and network terminals
The 2 uplink ports ensure high-speed, interference-free communication with your router or backbone switch.
🔧 Smart Management Made Easy
The TL-SG1218MPE is more than just plug-and-play. It provides intuitive features for performance optimization and traffic control, including:
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802.1Q VLAN tagging for network segmentation
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QoS (Quality of Service) for prioritizing latency-sensitive traffic like video and voice
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IGMP Snooping for optimizing IP multicast performance
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PoE Auto Recovery to ensure always-on availability of critical devices
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Port Mirroring & Loop Prevention for better troubleshooting and security
Everything is controlled through a simple web GUI, making it accessible even for non-technical users.
🌿 Quiet, Reliable & Energy-Efficient Design
Designed for silent environments, the fanless metal enclosure ensures:
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Zero noise, perfect for offices and workspaces
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Excellent heat dissipation, allowing continuous 24/7 operation
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Desktop or rackmount compatibility for installation flexibility
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Energy-efficient performance via IEEE 802.3az Green Ethernet
🔧 Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
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| Model | TL-SG1218MPE |
| Total Ports | 18 × 10/100/1000Mbps RJ45 |
| PoE Ports | 16 × PoE+ (30W max/port) |
| Uplink Ports | 2 × Gigabit RJ45 (non-PoE) |
| PoE Budget | 192W total |
| Switching Capacity | 36Gbps |
| MAC Address Table | 8K |
| VLAN Support | 802.1Q VLAN tagging |
| QoS Support | 802.1p, DSCP |
| IGMP Snooping | Yes |
| Management | Web-based (Easy Smart) |
| Power Supply | Internal |
| Cooling | Fanless |
| Dimensions | 294 × 180 × 44 mm |
| Mounting | Desktop or Rackmount |
